The Apostle Paul was a Sports Fan

When I read Paul's letters, it's obvious to me that he was a sports fan. In the letters he wrote to the churches in Greek and Roman societies, he used sports terms to explain Christian principles. He urged them to "run the race" and he also spoke of wrestling and boxing. But why?? My studies led me to research the culture of this part of the world during the time he was writing. What I found made sense, these cultures were a lot like present day America, all wrapped up in sports. And much like today, the best Athletes were given god-like status. Paul got down onto the same level with these cultures that understood exactly what he meant when he said "Run the race". Then I wondered, why didn't he mention sports when he wrote to the Jews/Hebrews. My research revealed that the Jews viewed sports as pagan. Had he mentioned sports to the Jews, it would have only turned them off. Paul sure new his audience as God guided his hands to craft some of the greatest books ever written. If he were alive and writing today, do you think he would change anything in his writing style?